The Aspen Grove Murders
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Comment from WalkerMan
You are right to begin this chapter with Craig D. Lounsbrough's quote expressing his view that "coincidences" are NOT random in our lives. My own life experiences align with his comment on life's day-by-day complexity, as well as with events in your stories. How we react to each event in our lives determines the result, which in turn affects whatever follows. Your stories wisely exhibit that reality of life.
The first section of this chapter shows how coinciding events justified the presence of the Blind Detective and cold case team in the case of the Aspen Grove murders and their link to White Falls, New York.
In Section Two, another coincident is Tommy's decision to hold the hospital door to help people hurrying in or out before an impending thunderstorm arrives. His presence there enables him to notice that three men deliver clean linens, but only two drive away. Tommy's suspicions about that put him in place to find the note the third man dropped during the brief time while power was lost because of a lightning strike. That warns him about the plan to smuggle Fee out of the hospital on the coming Friday.
In Section Three, arriving Betty Jo Jenkins is met at her truck by Captain Hank Riley, who, with Simon, had taken care of her expected tasks, both in the barn and chicken coop, plus Simon was preparing an Italian dinner to share with his bride-to-be, Candace. In Section Four, Betty Jo is invited, much to her delight.
In Section Five, I like that angels peering in the window enjoyed seeing the dinner celebrating love blossoming in spring. The next coincidence is that Betty Jo has a wedding gown never worn, which she offers to let Candace try on.
Then in Section Six, in still another coincidence, the dress fits Candace beautifully. It is all connected, just as in real life.
Superb, and aptly illustrated. I'll certainly return to read what's next.
reply by the author on 16-May-2023
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You are right to begin this chapter with Craig D. Lounsbrough's quote expressing his view that "coincidences" are NOT random in our lives. My own life experiences align with his comment on life's day-by-day complexity, as well as with events in your stories. How we react to each event in our lives determines the result, which in turn affects whatever follows. Your stories wisely exhibit that reality of life.
The first section of this chapter shows how coinciding events justified the presence of the Blind Detective and cold case team in the case of the Aspen Grove murders and their link to White Falls, New York.
In Section Two, another coincident is Tommy's decision to hold the hospital door to help people hurrying in or out before an impending thunderstorm arrives. His presence there enables him to notice that three men deliver clean linens, but only two drive away. Tommy's suspicions about that put him in place to find the note the third man dropped during the brief time while power was lost because of a lightning strike. That warns him about the plan to smuggle Fee out of the hospital on the coming Friday.
In Section Three, arriving Betty Jo Jenkins is met at her truck by Captain Hank Riley, who, with Simon, had taken care of her expected tasks, both in the barn and chicken coop, plus Simon was preparing an Italian dinner to share with his bride-to-be, Candace. In Section Four, Betty Jo is invited, much to her delight.
In Section Five, I like that angels peering in the window enjoyed seeing the dinner celebrating love blossoming in spring. The next coincidence is that Betty Jo has a wedding gown never worn, which she offers to let Candace try on.
Then in Section Six, in still another coincidence, the dress fits Candace beautifully. It is all connected, just as in real life.
Superb, and aptly illustrated. I'll certainly return to read what's next.
Comment Written 15-May-2023
reply by the author on 16-May-2023
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Thank you for the lovely review and generous stars, Mike. I'm glad you enjoyed it all and the Craig D. Lounsbrough's quote. I thought the quote tied this chapter together nicely. I'm glad you'll be staying tuned.
Sending you my best today as always.
Sal :)))))
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You are most welcome, Sal. I'm enjoying this story more and more with each new chapter.
The protagonist in many crime stories has some romance between detective work; but this story has romances between detectives (Tommy and Willa), other characters (Simon and Candace), and possibly one more pair not even a couple yet. Throw in angels helping the good characters and thwarting the evil ones, plus peeking in the window to watch the dinner celebrating blossoming love; and only you could so smoothly orchestrate it all in such an entirely plausible way.
Yes, it is evident in this chapter that "coincidences" are not happenstance.
Of course I'll stay. :))))) -- Mike
Comment from eliz100
This is another excellent chapter. You moved the story along nicely. I do not see any room for improvement. Have a blessed day. I look forward to the next chapter.
reply by the author on 18-May-2023
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This is another excellent chapter. You moved the story along nicely. I do not see any room for improvement. Have a blessed day. I look forward to the next chapter.
Comment Written 15-May-2023
reply by the author on 18-May-2023
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Thank you so much, Elizabeth! I'm so glad you're enjoying my book. Blessings,
Sal :))
Comment from Carol Clark2
Another wonderful chapter. It's great that Betty Jo has a beautiful wedding gown in her closet for Candace to wear. One minor fix: It may have struck the (antennae) -- spelling. It's good that Tammy has been found. It sounds like Friday will be another exciting day in your story. Blessings. Carol
reply by the author on 18-May-2023
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Another wonderful chapter. It's great that Betty Jo has a beautiful wedding gown in her closet for Candace to wear. One minor fix: It may have struck the (antennae) -- spelling. It's good that Tammy has been found. It sounds like Friday will be another exciting day in your story. Blessings. Carol
Comment Written 15-May-2023
reply by the author on 18-May-2023
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Carol dear. Thank you for the lovely review and generous six star rating. Both mean the world to me! I hope you have a wonderful week!
Blessings abundant,
Sal XOs
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You're welcome. I look forward to reading your book each week. Hope your week is blessed also.
Comment from lyenochka
Hooray! It's good that Tommy was so alert and ready to check out anything that's amiss and he found a possible escape plan!
Loved your opening quote as I was thinking the same things as I meet these nice families wanting to buy our house. May the Lord provide and choose the right family.
reply by the author on 18-May-2023
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Hooray! It's good that Tommy was so alert and ready to check out anything that's amiss and he found a possible escape plan!
Loved your opening quote as I was thinking the same things as I meet these nice families wanting to buy our house. May the Lord provide and choose the right family.
Comment Written 15-May-2023
reply by the author on 18-May-2023
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Helen dear, Thank you for the lovely review of my book chapter. I appreciate the spiritual insight too.
Blessings! Sal XOs
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
You write that Candace touched the wedding dress "reverently." When I was trying on dresses for my wedding, I recall that they were all "just dresses" until I tried the one on that I would end up buying and wearing on my wedding day. I FELT like a bride in that dress!
Great chapter - can't wait for the next wedding and hoping that no harm comes to Simon and his bride.
Happy writing, Sal!
xx
Pam
reply by the author on 19-May-2023
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You write that Candace touched the wedding dress "reverently." When I was trying on dresses for my wedding, I recall that they were all "just dresses" until I tried the one on that I would end up buying and wearing on my wedding day. I FELT like a bride in that dress!
Great chapter - can't wait for the next wedding and hoping that no harm comes to Simon and his bride.
Happy writing, Sal!
xx
Pam
Comment Written 15-May-2023
reply by the author on 19-May-2023
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Pam dear,
Thank you for the lovely review and personal comments about your own wedding gown. Both are so appreciated.
Blessings to you always.
Sal xoxo's
Comment from Rosemary Everson1
Good is coming to Miss Candace as she's getting ready for her marriage to Simon. Thank you for the characters and the information, as to who they are. You will never know how that clarifies your story.
reply by the author on 16-May-2023
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Good is coming to Miss Candace as she's getting ready for her marriage to Simon. Thank you for the characters and the information, as to who they are. You will never know how that clarifies your story.
Comment Written 15-May-2023
reply by the author on 16-May-2023
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Thank you for the lovely review of my book chapter. I'm delighted you enjoyed it. We're all rooting for Candace and Simon. Sending you my best today as.
Sal XOs
Comment from Jay Squires
A bit of intrigue and mystery and a whole passel of romance! Unlike any other writer here, you have a way of keeping the element of romance floating nearby even at the height of adventure. Well done.
The smell of Italian food premeated the sprawling, country home. [I believe you mean "permeated". An easy mistake to make.]
Bring on Simon and Candace's wedding!
Jay
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reply by the author on 19-May-2023
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A bit of intrigue and mystery and a whole passel of romance! Unlike any other writer here, you have a way of keeping the element of romance floating nearby even at the height of adventure. Well done.
The smell of Italian food premeated the sprawling, country home. [I believe you mean "permeated". An easy mistake to make.]
Bring on Simon and Candace's wedding!
Jay
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Comment Written 15-May-2023
reply by the author on 19-May-2023
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Jay dear, Thank you for the lovely review and insightful comments. Both are so appreciated. The wedding is coming!
Blessings to you always.
Sal Xo
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I can't wait to see what they're looking at. There's a lot of action in this post and can't wait to see what happens. I enjoyed reading. Thank you for sharing this with us. I couldn't find any way to make this post better.
reply by the author on 18-May-2023
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I can't wait to see what they're looking at. There's a lot of action in this post and can't wait to see what happens. I enjoyed reading. Thank you for sharing this with us. I couldn't find any way to make this post better.
Comment Written 15-May-2023
reply by the author on 18-May-2023
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Barbara dear, thank you for the wonderful review and generous six star rating. Both mean the world to me. Blessings to you always.
Sal xoxo's
Comment from royowen
Fitzgerald Elling will never escape as the blind girl is on his case, he's a goner now, and serve his life in the slammer, unless he slips on a banana peel and something regrettable happens, good to see miracles happening with Betty Jo setting up, beautifully written Sally, blessings Roy
Typo : Betty turned around and (clappped) her hands. Clapped?
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reply by the author on 18-May-2023
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Fitzgerald Elling will never escape as the blind girl is on his case, he's a goner now, and serve his life in the slammer, unless he slips on a banana peel and something regrettable happens, good to see miracles happening with Betty Jo setting up, beautifully written Sally, blessings Roy
Typo : Betty turned around and (clappped) her hands. Clapped?
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Comment Written 15-May-2023
reply by the author on 18-May-2023
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Thank you for the great review and helpful critique, Roy! Both are needed and so appreciated. Blessings,
Sal XOs
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Well done
Comment from country ranch writer
I done this review because it was short I haven't gotten paid . Sally knows I am not a patient person, I love her stories and Isit on the edge of my seat wanting her to hurry writing more!it has always been that way for me because due is a terrific story teller.
I wish I was as gifted as her when it comes to telling stories, she has quite a way of putting things into prospective than me.
reply by the author on 19-May-2023
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I done this review because it was short I haven't gotten paid . Sally knows I am not a patient person, I love her stories and Isit on the edge of my seat wanting her to hurry writing more!it has always been that way for me because due is a terrific story teller.
I wish I was as gifted as her when it comes to telling stories, she has quite a way of putting things into prospective than me.
Comment Written 15-May-2023
reply by the author on 19-May-2023
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Dear Barbara, thank you for the wonderful review and generous stars! I am honored and blessed. I'm so delighted you're enjoying my book. Sending you my best today as always.
Sal xoxo's
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